Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G vs Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM is faster by 0.7 stops (f/1.4 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
- Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G is lighter by 72g.
- Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G goes wider (20mm vs 24mm).
- Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM reaches further (24mm vs 20mm).
- Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G is the newer design (2020 vs 2018).
| Spec | FE 20mm F1.8 G | FE 24mm F1.4 GM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Sony |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 20mm (wider) | 24mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 (faster) |
| Released | 2020 | 2018 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weight g | 373.0 (lighter) | 445.0 |
| Filter mm | 67 | 67 |
| Length mm | 84.7 | 92.4 |
| Diameter mm | 73.5 | 75.4 |
| Min focus m | 0.18 (closer focusing) | 0.24 |
| Max magnification | 0.22 | 0.17 |
Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G
A compact wide-angle prime for full-frame E-mount with an f/1.8 aperture and an aperture ring. It weighs about 373 g and suits landscapes, astro and interiors.
Pros
- f/1.8 in a compact body
- Aperture ring
- Close focus to 0.18 m
Cons
- Visible vignetting wide open
- Wide angle exaggerates perspective
Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM
A compact wide-angle prime for full-frame E-mount with an f/1.4 aperture and an aperture ring. It weighs about 445 g and is popular for astro and environmental portraits.
Pros
- Fast f/1.4 aperture
- Small for the class
- Aperture ring with de-click
Cons
- Some coma at the frame edges wide open
- Heavier than f/2.8 24mm primes